Receptionist/Administrative assistant salary in Chicago, IL

The average salary for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant is $20.25 per hour in Chicago, IL. This figure is based on 48 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 14, 2026.

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Receptionist/Administrative Assistant salaries in Chicago, IL typically range between a low of $16.20 and a high of $27.01 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Receptionist/Administrative Assistant in Chicago, IL include Naperville, IL at $23.57 per hour, Arlington Heights, IL at $22.60 per hour, and Aurora, IL at $21.84 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Receptionist/Administrative Assistant in Chicago, IL include Beacon Hill ($65,000 per year) and Restaurant Depot ($63,440 per year).